Canon SX230 HS vs Nikon L830

Following is a extended overview of the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and L830 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was released 3 years before the L830 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX230 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX230 HS scores vs the L830 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Nikon Coolpix L830. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX230 HS has physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon L830 has measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX230 HS and Nikon L830 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX230 HS versus the L830.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX230 HS and L830 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and L830.

All in all, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon L830 to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX230 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.